They support the body's immune system, protecting against harmful bacteria.

2. AVOID OVERUSE OF ANTIBIOTICS

Antibiotics kill bacteria. Although that includes the bad bacteria that can make you sick, it also includes the good bacteria your body needs. This disruption of intestinal harmony can cause a lack of diversity among bacteria which is sure to affect your health

3. INCORPORATE FERMENTED FOODS INTO YOUR DIET

Fermented foods can introduce good bacteria into your gut. Some of the best-fermented foods for promoting gut health include:

Yogurt

Curd

Paneer

Idli and dosa

Dhokla

4. EAT LESS REFINED SUGAR

Among the many problems caused by refined sugar (inflammation, weight gain, hormonal imbalance) sugar also promotes the growth of bad bacteria and upsets gut flora balance.

5. LOWER YOUR STRESS LEVELS

The brain/gut connection i.e. when stressed, your brain sends messages to your gut in the form of chemicals. These chemicals affect how well your gut works. This makes it clear that stress can be linked to gut health.

6. PREBIOTICS

Prebiotics act as food for probiotics. They are un-digestible plant fibers that already live in the large intestine. The more prebiotics that probiotics have to eat, the healthier your gut will be.